
'The Companion' by E.E. Ottoman is a cozy, warm, and queer polyamorous romance set in a historical cottagecore setting in 1948. The story follows Madeline as she navigates her relationships with Victor and Audrey, exploring themes of love, communication, and self-discovery. The book beautifully weaves together the dynamics between the characters, creating a soft and hopeful atmosphere that is both sensual and comforting. Through lush descriptions of the setting, food, and relationships, the author invites readers into a world where the characters find solace and love in each other's company.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The book includes content warnings for discussions of transphobia, transmisia, and references to societal violence, though these are not depicted on-page.
Has Romance?
The romance in The Companion is highly present, centered around the polyamorous relationships among the three main characters.
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New York, 1948
After years of trying to break into New York City's literary scene, Madeline Slaughter is emotionally and physically exhausted. When a friend offers her a safe haven as the live-in companion to reclusive, bestselling novelist Victor Hallowell she jumps at the chance to escape the city. Madeline expects to find rest and quiet in the forests of Upstate New York. Instead, she finds Victor, handsome and intensely passionate, and Audrey Coffin, Victor's mysterious and beautiful neighbor. When Victor offers her a kiss and the promise of more Madeline allows herself to become entangled even as Audrey is also claiming her heart. The only problem is that Audrey and Victor are ex-lovers with plenty of baggage between them. As Madeline finds herself opening up and falling in love with both she starts to wonder, can there be a future for all three?
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This is a low-key story. Three trans people (one man, two women) in upstate New York in the late 1940s write, cook, and have sex and feelings. I'm not as in love with it as many people I know, but I enjoyed it.
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